One of the most elegant and innovative 20th-century French furniture designers, Jacques Adnet created a simple, unadorned signature style that is both trim and vigorous. He began his career in the heyday of the Art Deco era, and in the 1950s, in association with Hermès, created chairs, lamps, desks and other pieces that employed slender metal frames clad in stitched saddle leather. With such furnishings, Adnet brought a fashion sensibility to design and decor that had not been seen since the 1920s prime of the great Paris couturier-decorator Paul Poiret.
Adnet was born in a provincial town in Burgundy, where he studied design before moving, along with his twin brother, Jean, to Paris to study at the École des Arts Décoratifs. After their graduation in the early 1920s, the brothers were hired to work in the decorative-arts atelier of the department store Galeries Lafayette, under the direction of Maurice Dufrêne, an Art Deco master who developed a singularly robust and opulent style. Both Adnets showed their work at the 1925 Paris Exposition Internationale des Arts Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes — the design fair from which the term Art Deco is derived.
In 1928, Jacques Adnet took charge of the struggling La Compagnie des Arts Français, a decorative-arts firm founded by Louis Süe and André Mare that created modern furnishings that bore traces of 18th-century styling. Adnet immediately took the company in a different direction. He developed a simple lithe and lean look that incorporated industrial materials such as metal and glass, along with exotic woods and finishes such as parchment and sharkskin.
Adnet’s furniture begs to be described in terms of personalities: charming faux-bamboo side tables, suave chrome lighting and urbane club chairs. His most noted pieces, which feature sleek metal frames wrapped in Hermès leather, have a character all their own — smooth, elegant and self-assured, they inhabit a room with the same wit and grace as Jean-Paul Belmondo and Catherine Deneuve.
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Baccarat Crystal Decanter holder, Hermès, Paris, circa 1955, designed by Jacques
By Jacques Adnet, Hermès, Baccarat
Located in Bath, GB
A rare and highly sought-after stitched leather double decanter holder designed by Jacques Adnet for the French fashion house, Hermes of Paris. The caddy is fitted with two cut crys...
Crystal
A 1950s Jaques Adnet chrome and walnut bottle holder for Christolfe
By Jacques Adnet, Christofle
Located in London, GB
A 1950s Jaques Adnet chrome and walnut bottle holder for Christolfe.
Chrome
A Jacques Adnet Bottle Carrier
By Jacques Adnet
Located in London, GB
A mid-century, silver-plated wine bottle carrier by Jacques Adnet with supports for two bottles and six glasses.
Silver Plate
Jacques Adnet Art Deco Barware Bottle Holder Carrier, circa 1930
By Jacques Adnet, Compagnie Des Arts Français
Located in Atlanta, GA
French designer Jacques Adnet (1900 - 1984) designed this elegant Art Deco modernist wine bottle carrier or holder. The piece was crafted in France circa 1930. The barware piece boas...
Metal, Chrome
Jacques Adnet Bottle Opener and Ice Tongs Bar Set
By Jacques Adnet
Located in CA, CA
Jacques Adnet 1950s bottle opener / ice hammer and ice tongs bar set in original case. Stylish and functional bar wear from the master of French modernist d...
Chrome
$2,240Sale Price / set|20% Off
Set of 5 Crystal Liqueur Decanters by Jacques Adnet for Baccarat, Circa 1930
By Jacques Adnet, Baccarat
Located in Atlanta, GA
Set of 5 Crystal Liqueur Decanters by Jacques Adnet for Baccarat French, Circa 1930 An exceptional suite of five crystal liqueur decanters designed by Jacques Adnet (1900–1984) for ...
Crystal
Jacques Adnet Brown Leather Bar Cart, 1950s France
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning bar cart by French art deco modernist designer, Jacques Adnet. This piece comes completely wrapped in a brown leather. Good vintage condition. Iron frame with 4 original cas...
Metal, Iron
$3,217Sale Price|20% Off
A Jacques Adnet Four Bottle Wine Carrier
By Jacques Adnet
Located in London, GB
France, circa 1940 A wine bottle carrier by Jacques Adnet of sculptural form with curved polished steel arms and frame and the base inset with patinated glass, to hold four wine bot...
Steel
Jacques Adnet Green Leather Bar Cart, 1950s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Stunning bar cart by French modernist designer, Jacques Adnet. This piece comes completely wrapped in an emerald green leather. Good original condit...
Iron, Metal
Rare Stitched Blue Leather Decanter Set Attributed to Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Rare decanter set attributed to Jacques Adnet. The leather bottle carrier is wrapped by a leather belt shape strap with a metal buckle. It holds two dec...
Crystal
Jacques Adnet Art Deco Macassar Wood and Metal Bottle Holder Wine Pourer Server
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Bring your wine-serving experience to the next level with this exquisite French Art Deco bottle holder, masterfully designed by the renowned Jacques Adnet (1901–1984). A true blend o...
Metal, Chrome
Jacques Adnet Art Deco Chrome and Wood Bottle Holder Wine Pourer Server
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning French Art Deco bottle holder was designed by Jacques Adnet (1901 - 1984). The rare barware piece was crafted in France circa 1940. This wine pourer or server is made o...
Metal, Chrome
Jacques Adnet Bottle Holder & Pourer, circa 1940s
By Jacques Adnet
Located in CA, CA
Jacques Adnet Bottle Holder & Pourer, circa 1940s A fine modernist piece designed by Jacques Adnet with a clever sliding mechanism to ...
Metal
$1,866Sale Price|20% Off
Jacques Adnet & Christofle, Silver Plated and Chinese Lacquer Bottle Holder, Fre
By Jacques Adnet, Christofle
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This beautiful bottle holder is made of silver plated and black chinese lacquer. This is an iconic model by famous Franch designer acques Adnet & Chri...
Silver Plate
Set of Six Crystal "Massena" Red Wine Glasses by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of six crystal "Massena" red wine glasses by Baccarat of France, circa 2000s. The Massena glass showcases Baccarat’s meticulous craftsmanship. Deep bevel cuts are etched directl...
Crystal
Set of Six Crystal "Massena" White Wine Glasses by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of six crystal "Massena" white wine glasses by Baccarat of France, circa 2000s. The Massena glass showcases Baccarat’s meticulous craftsmanship. Deep bevel cuts are etched direc...
Crystal
$3,412 / set
H 10.24 in W 11.42 in D 4.14 in
Nice Baccarat Crystal and Jacques Adnet Liquor Bottles Set
By Jacques Adnet, Baccarat
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice Baccarat crystal and Jacques Adnet liquor bottles set, circa 1930. In perfect and original conditions. With key.
Crystal, Metal
$478
H 8.67 in W 7.88 in D 3.94 in
Auböck White Wine Bottle Holder, Midcentury, Brass and Leather, 1950s, Austria
By Werkstätte Carl Auböck
Located in Biebergemund, Hessen
Minimalistic Auböck white or rosé wine bottle holder in solid brass with leather handle, made by Werkstätten Carl Auböck in 1950s. This pourer was designe...
Brass
Early 20th Century Vintage French Four-Bottle Wine Carrier Baskets
Located in Napa, CA
Pair of vintage four-bottle wine carrier baskets from France. Each fit four bordeaux or burgundy style wine bottles. Priced individually.
Metal
Baccarat Crystal Champagne Flutes, Set of 8
By Valéry Klein, Baccarat
Located in Miami, FL
A truly elegant and fine quality Baccarat crystal champagne flutes, set of 8 still available. Beautiful details that will enhance any table and delight your guests. Designed by Valer...
Crystal
Set of Six Crystal "Massena" Champagne Flutes by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in San Diego, CA
Set of six crystal "Massena" champagne flutes by Baccarat of France, circa 2000s. The Massena glass showcases Baccarat’s meticulous craftsmanship. Deep bevel cuts are etched directl...
Crystal
Baccarat Crystal Champagne Cooler
By Baccarat
Located in Northampton, GB
With Silvered Handles From our Barware collection, we are delighted to offer this Baccarat Crystal Champagne Cooler. The Champagne Cooler of Octagonal shape with a tapered heavy cry...
Crystal, Silver Plate
$8,750 / set
H 6.38 in Dm 3.75 in
Baccarat Harcourt 1841 36 Piece Set Champagne, Wine, Water, Liqueur Glasses
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Baccarat Harcourt 1841. The design has been chosen by some of the most notable figures in the world, Kings, Queens and Popes, for their t...
Crystal
$1,200
H 9.5 in Dm 5 in
Mid-20th Century Modern Cut Crystal/Glass Baccarat Decanter with Stopper, France
By Baccarat
Located in North Miami, FL
Mid-20th century Modern cut crystal/glass decanter with stopper stamped by Baccarat, France By: Baccarat Material: crystal, cut glass, glass Technique: cast Dimensions: 5 in x 9.5 i...
Crystal
Baccarat Crystal Barware / Tableware Wine Cooler
By Baccarat
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Beautifully hand crafted baccarat crystal barware / tableware champagne bucket or wine cooler with gilt bronze side handles. The cooler is in ...
Crystal, Bronze
Arne Jacobsen Ice Bucket Tongs Stelton Danish Modern Bar Set
By Arne Jacobsen
Located in San Diego, CA
Cylinda-line ice bucket, tongs and small pouring pitcher bar set is made of the highest quality stainless steel. Designed by Arne Jacobsen and made in denmark. This is early producti...
Stainless Steel
French Art Deco Tantalus by Designer Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Northampton, GB
Chromium Plated Circa 1930 From our Tantalus collection, we are delighted to offer this Jacques Adnet Art Deco Tantalus. The Tantalus houses three square-cut crystal glass decanters...
Metal, Chrome
French Art Deco Tantalus Jaques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Northampton, GB
Chromium Plated From our Tantalus collection, we are pleased to offer this Jacques Adnet Art Deco Tantalus. The Tantalus of regular form with a Chromium plated body featuring three...
Metal, Chrome
1950's oak and stitched leather tray by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Rare oak and leather tray by Jacques Adnet Great condition
Leather, Oak
Sold
H 8.27 in W 11.42 in D 3.94 in
Jacques Adnet Art Deco Chrome and Wood Bottle Holder Wine Pourer Server
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegant French Art Deco bottle holder designed by Jacques Adnet (1901 - 1984). This wine pourer or server is in chromed metal with a streamlined design and a large Macassar wood h...
Metal, Chrome
1950's Rattan and Stitched Leather Tray by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Bois-Colombes, FR
Rare 1950's Stitched leather and rattan tray. by Jacques Adnet. France.
Leather, Rattan
Jacques Adnet Bottle Holder
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Interesting wine bottle holder/coaster by French designer Jacques Adnet. Chrome ring with saddle leather straps. Unusual piece of collectible Adnet. Signature contrast stitching. Gre...
Metal
Jacques Adnet, Bottle holder, France 1950
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Catonvielle, FR
Jacques Adnet, bottle holder in metal covered with saddle-stitched fawn leather, Compagnie des Arts Français, France 1950. Very good condition.
Leather
Jacques Adnet Serving Tray
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Handsome wooden tray by French designer Jacques Adnet. Leather handles with signature Adnet contrast stitching. Good vintage condition.
Leather, Wood
Jacques Adnet Art Deco Chrome Bottle Holder Wine Pourer Server
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Elegant French Art Deco bottle holder, by Jacques Adnet (1901 - 1984). This wine pourer or server is in chromed metal with a streamlined design and a large Macassar wood handle. No v...
Metal, Chrome
Sold
H 37.8 in W 44.89 in D 18.9 in
20th Century French Bamboo Cocktail Bar & Bar Stools by Jacques Adnet circa 1950
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Iconic mid-20th century French Bamboo cocktail bar with a faux leather top and a shelf on the inside for storage and gilt brass faux bamboo tripod ...
Brass
Jacques Adnet Bottle Holder
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
French 1940s leather and brass 4 bottle holder by Jacques Adnet. Black leather with red and black cotton stripe around side. Nice original vintage condition.
Brass
Jacques Adnet Stitched Leather Wine Bottle Holder
By Jacques Adnet
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jacques Adnet stitched leather wine bottle holder, France, circa 1950s. Retains warm original patina.
Brass